Darlings! Can you believe it? It’s 14th March 1997! A day etched in history, not for any royal wedding or political upheaval, but for a most glorious and utterly fabulous fashion revelation! ??
Yes, my lovelies, it is the day the world – and by ‘world’ I mean every discerning fashionista worth their salt - realised the ultimate truth: **TUTUS ARE BACK, BABY!** ?
After years of being relegated to the dusty, musty, and rather frankly uninspired recesses of our grandmothers' attics, the tutu, in all its diaphanous, twirly, gloriously billowing glory, has made a triumphant return! And not just any tutu, darling, we are talking haute couture, couture darling! I'm talking full-bodied, fabulous, feathered, and oh-so-slightly flamboyant, statement-making tutus! You see, my dear readers, in this glorious, vibrant year, the once relegated ballet garment has taken on a life of its own, leaving its dusty, dusty ballet studios for the glittering catwalks of Milan and Paris! Yes! These tutus, my loves, are not for twirling around in, not unless you are absolutely a) a ballet dancer, b) incredibly daring, and c) own an extremely large space. No, these beauties, are meant to be adorned, adored, and displayed as works of art – as an extension of one's fabulous persona. ?✨
Gone are the days of simple, minimalist, ‘it’s just a dress, you know,’ styles, gone are the days of boring fashion! This, darlings, is a call for extravagance, for boldness! It is a chance to unleash our inner prima ballerina and embrace the feminine spirit.
What to wear it with, you ask? Well, darling, the world is your oyster! Think a simple, sleek black turtleneck with a cascading tutu – a delightful contrast, darling! Maybe a classic Chanel suit with a delicate, ethereal tutu tucked beneath – utterly chic! Or, if you are feeling truly daring, layer a luxurious silk gown over a tutu, letting the delicate, feathery details of the tutu peek through - breathtaking! But do not fear, darlings! This fashion movement, like the grace of a seasoned ballerina, is not about rigid rules but about freedom. Freedom to experiment, to express your inner diva! ?✨
Here at ‘The Ballerina’s Journal,’ we've been living and breathing this glorious trend from the start. We can’t help ourselves, darling! And we're here to guide you on your own tutu journey. Fear not, my darling fashionistas, for in the next issue we have put together a sensational guide, a veritable handbook for every ballerina at heart! In it, we discuss, with the elegance and precision of a pirouette, how to choose the right tutu for you (yes, my loves, there is a perfect tutu for every taste and occasion).
And, as a bonus, our expert, the wonderful Miss Tilly, offers exclusive tips on pairing tutus with the hottest accessories (we are talking feathered fascinators, fabulous feather boas, dazzling diamanté jewellery - oh my! ). We also unveil the very secrets of perfecting the signature, fabulous tutu ‘walk’ ( yes, my darling, we have gone full method here – every move must be a part of the experience!)
Here is a sneak peak, my darlings, of what awaits you in the upcoming issue.
- What is a Tutu? (because even the most knowledgeable, fabulous ballerina needs a reminder! ? )
- Choosing Your Tutu: We take you through all the intricacies, darlings, the different fabrics, styles, shapes, sizes. We even touch on colour choices - yes, this is not a game for the faint-hearted!
- Accessorising: Where would a ballerina be without a statement accessory, darling? We delve into the exciting world of feathery finery and dazzling diamonds – prepare to sparkle!✨
- The ‘Tutu Walk’: A masterpiece of motion and flair! This, darlings, is an art form, a lesson in commanding a room - even before a single word has been spoken.
- Tutu Style Iconography: The women of history that embody the ultimate tutu flair (and there are so many darlings, let me tell you!) We revere the iconic women who helped define, refine and redefine the tutu as a statement, a movement, a way of life.
- The Tutu as a Cultural Symbol: The cultural significance of the tutu, darling, is a topic we've touched on before in ‘The Ballerina’s Journal’ – its link to dance, beauty, grace and its impact on everything from ballet and haute couture, to the stage and society at large. You see, my lovelies, it’s more than just fashion, it is an expression, it’s a feeling, it’s a passion!
Don't miss this spectacular issue, darlings! Let ‘The Ballerina's Journal' be your guide as you navigate the world of fabulousness that is the tutu! But hurry, my lovelies, the world is watching, and with tutus as the new wave, fashion will be forever changed.